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Overview: 
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS) live their best lives. Founded in 1946, NMSS drives research, provides services, and advocates for policies to improve the lives of people living with MS.

Mission and Services:
To cure MS while empowering people affected by the disease to live full and productive lives. Services include educational resources, emotional support, financial assistance, and access to healthcare professionals.

Impact:
The National MS Society has invested more than $1.1 billion in MS research, making it the largest private funder of MS-related studies in the world. Its support network reaches over a million people each year. The society plays a pivotal role in expanding treatment options and improving the quality of life for those with MS.

Fundraising Scope: International
Location: New York City

Overview: 
JDRF is the leading global nonprofit focused on funding Type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Established in 1970 by parents of children with diabetes, JDRF has grown into a powerhouse organization dedicated to accelerating life-changing breakthroughs for people living with T1D, an autoimmune condition that affects both children and adults.

Mission and Services:
JDRF supports research aimed at improving lives and eventually curing T1D. The organization also provides community outreach, advocacy for healthcare access, and educational resources to support those living with diabetes.

Impact:
JDRF has contributed over $2.5 billion to T1D research, advancing treatments, improving technology, and driving progress toward a cure. Its advocacy has led to expanded Medicare coverage for diabetes technologies and increased federal research funding. With chapters across the U.S., JDRF empowers millions affected by T1D every year.

Fundraising Scope: International
Location: New York City

Overview: 
Feeding America is the nation’s largest hunger-relief organization, operating a vast network of food banks, pantries, and meal programs. Founded in 1979, the nonprofit addresses food insecurity at scale, delivering billions of meals annually to children, families, and seniors across the United States.

Mission and Services:
To feed America’s hungry through a nationwide network of food banks and engage the country in the fight to end hunger. The organization collects surplus food from manufacturers, retailers, and farmers and distributes it to families, seniors, and individuals in need.

Impact:
Feeding America provides more than 5 billion meals each year, reaching over 40 million people, including 12 million children. The organization played a vital role during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to be a critical resource during natural disasters and economic downturns. Its data-driven strategies are reshaping food systems to better serve vulnerable populations.

Fundraising Scope: National
Location: Chicago